As with all
my in-class writing assignments I welcome your opinions (in fact
I expect
them) but they must be
supported by information from your readings, the lectures or films
shown in class. I don't care if you disagree with my point of view
or those of the materials presented, but you must specify the information
that supports, or is in conflict with, your ideas.

You've studied the media for a full semester. I hope you feel you’ve gained some insights about our media and culture.

Please write a short
paper* on why you think (or don’t think!) it’s important to study media. Tell me as if I were someone who knew nothing about this course. Tell me the main things you've learned about thte media and how they might relate or have already related to your real life.

*Minimum 1-2 pages; 250-500 words, but more is very OK if you feel you need the space.